After his collapse in the game at FC Bayern, Mainz Bundesliga professional Josuha Guilavogui thanked referee Patrick Ittrich, his teammates and doctors “for the quick intervention and the help provided”. The 33-year-old wrote this on X, formerly Twitter. Guilavogui remained motionless after a collision with teammate Anthony Caci and appeared to be in danger of suffocation. Ittrich, like some Mainz professionals, was quickly on hand to help.
“Recovery position and tongue out,” said Ittrich. “Everyone should take a first aid course.” In such a situation it is important to act quickly. Mainz had already given the all-clear after the game on Saturday. There is a suspicion of a concussion, but Guilavogui says he is doing well, said Mainz sports director Martin Schmidt.
